Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ70

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) and FZ70 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1500 was introduced 5 years prior to the FZ70 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm S1500 matches up vs the FZ70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S1500 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S1500 Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S1500 has got exterior dimensions of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ70 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S1500 vs Panasonic FZ70 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S1500 compared to the FZ70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1500 and FZ70 is 82 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The visual below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S1500 and FZ70.

To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FZ70 to provide more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S1500 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.